October Term 2017

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  1. October Term 2017 · Docket 16-1220

    Must U.S. courts accept a foreign government's statement of its own law?

    the sides that brought the case seek independent review of Chinese law. the opposing sides demand strict deference to the Chinese government's interpretation.

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    Animal Science Products, Inc. v. Hebei Welcome Pharmaceutical Co.
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  2. October Term 2017 · Docket 17-130

    Do SEC hearing officers count as appointed officials?

    the sides that brought the case argue SEC hearing officers are appointed officials. The Commission says they are not.

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    Lucia v. SEC
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  3. October Term 2017 · Docket 17-5639

    Can a district court change a sentence without explaining its reasoning?

    The dispute centers on whether a lower court must provide a specific reason when it modifies a criminal sentence.

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    Chavez-Meza v. United States
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  4. October Term 2017 · Docket 16-1215

    Does a written statement about a debtor's finances block debt discharge?

    A law firm seeks to discharge a debt. The debtor argues the firm's written statement about finances blocks that discharge.

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    Lamar, Archer & Cofrin, LLP v. Appling
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  5. October Term 2017 · Docket 17-494

    Should states tax remote sellers without a physical presence?

    South Dakota seeks to collect sales tax from online retailers. Wayfair argues the current rule bars this collection.

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    South Dakota v. Wayfair, Inc.
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  6. October Term 2017 · Docket 16-1011

    Can US patent law award damages for foreign losses?

    WesternGeco seeks damages for ION's foreign use of its technology. ION argues US law cannot reach those losses.

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    WesternGeco LLC v. ION Geophysical Corp.
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  7. October Term 2017 · Docket 17-530

    Does stock count as money for railroad payroll taxes?

    The dispute centers on whether stock payments qualify as money remuneration under the Railroad Retirement Tax Act.

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    Wisconsin Central Ltd. v. United States
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  8. October Term 2017 · Docket 17-333

    Can courts fix partisan gerrymanders?

    Appellants seek a court order to redraw Maryland districts. Appellees oppose this remedy.

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    Benisek v. Lamone
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  9. October Term 2017 · Docket 17-312

    Can a defendant appeal a trial court's order to wear shackles before the final verdict?

    The dispute centers on whether federal appellate courts have the legal power to review a trial judge's decision to restrain a defendant during pretrial proceedings.

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    United States v. Sanchez-Gomez
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  10. October Term 2017 · Docket 16-1140

    Can California force pro-life centers to direct patients to abortion services?

    Pro-life centers argue California targets them with mandatory referrals. The state claims it requires truthful disclosures.

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    National Institute of Family and Life Advocates v. Becerra
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  11. October Term 2017 · Docket 16-1435

    Can states ban political apparel in polling places?

    Minnesota Voters Alliance argues the state law violates free speech. The state claims it protects voting rights.

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    Minnesota Voters Alliance v. Mansky
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  12. October Term 2017 · Docket 17-21

    Does probable cause shield retaliatory arrests from First Amendment claims?

    the side that brought the case argues probable cause does not bar First Amendment retaliation claims. The city argues probable cause defeats such claims.

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    Lozman v. Riviera Beach
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